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Hinojares
View of the town
View of the town
Coat of arms of Hinojares
Coat of arms
Hinojares is located in Province of Jaén (Spain)
Hinojares
Hinojares
Location in Province of Jaén (Spain)
Hinojares is located in Andalusia
Hinojares
Hinojares
Location in Andalusia
Hinojares is located in Spain
Hinojares
Hinojares
Location in Spain
Country  Spain
Autonomous
community
 Andalusia
Province Bandera de la provincia de Jaén.svg Jaén
Comarca Sierra de Cazorla Comarca
Area
 • Total 40.04 km2 (15.46 sq mi)
Elevation
672 m (2,205 ft)
Population
 (2018)
 • Total 335
 • Density 8.367/km2 (21.67/sq mi)
Demonym(s) Hinojareños
Time zone UTC+1 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+2 (CEST)
Postal code
23486

Hinojares is a charming town located in the sunny province of Jaén, Spain. It is a small place, and in 2014, about 370 people called it home. This town is also known as a "municipality," which means it is a local area with its own government. A smaller village called Cuenca is also part of the Hinojares municipality.

What is Hinojares?

Hinojares is a small but interesting town in the southern part of Spain. It is located in the province of Jaén, which is part of the larger region called Andalusia. The town sits at an elevation of 672 meters (about 2,205 feet) above sea level.

Population and People

In 2014, the town of Hinojares had a population of 370 people. The people who live in Hinojares are called Hinojareños. The number of people living in the town can change over time. By 2018, the population was recorded as 335.

The Municipality of Hinojares

A municipality is like a local government area. It includes the main town and sometimes smaller villages or rural areas nearby. For Hinojares, the village of Cuenca is also part of its municipality. This means that Cuenca is governed by the same local council as Hinojares. The total area of the Hinojares municipality is about 40.04 square kilometers (about 15.46 square miles).

Where is Hinojares Located?

Hinojares is found in the Sierra de Cazorla Comarca. A "comarca" is a traditional region in Spain. The Sierra de Cazorla area is known for its beautiful mountains and natural parks. This makes Hinojares a great place for people who enjoy nature and outdoor activities.

Geography and Climate

The town is located in a region with a typical Mediterranean climate. This means it usually has hot, dry summers and mild, wet winters. The elevation of 672 meters gives it slightly cooler temperatures than areas closer to the coast.

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